RSSIn The Press: 2004
Metallica returns to its brutal roots
March 31, 2004
St. Anger is a polarizing album for Metallica fans. It's brutal, crushing music that goes back to the band's thrashing speed-metal roots.
From anger to insight, but Metallica still delivers
March 30, 2004
Which proved that 23 years into their career, Metallica continues to be one of the most thoughtful bands in heavy metal.
Metallica stays true to head-banging, pyrotechnic form
March 29, 2004
Metallica proved it's still one of the best at what it does -- pack arenas and play fist-pumping, head-banging rock 'n' roll.
Metallica may be older and wiser but definitely not softer
March 26, 2004
"But we've been doing this now for 23 years or so. It's OK to get a pat on the back and accept the recognition. You don't need to be a rebellious, snot-nosed teenager your whole life."
Metal gods restore the faith
March 25, 2004
Was this Hell? No, it was a Metallica concert, carefully designed to resemble Hell, and really, isn't that what heavy metal is supposed to look like?
Metal masters rage at the Saddledome
March 25, 2004
As a live Metallica virgin, it’s impossible to compare how last night’s sold-out show stacked up against previous outings. But as someone who's seen a goodly number of gigs in his days, all that can be said is: Wow.
Gods of metal
March 24, 2004
Remember, this metal band values its fans almost as much as life itself. The feeling is often mutual. Metallica is the sharing, caring metal band - and we are their devoted minions. Raise your goblet of rock.
'Metal town' loves hard-rockin' foursome
March 24, 2004
It works out: Edmonton is a metal town. Metallica plays here as often as it can - which isn't often enough, as you can see by the following trip down metal memory lane:
ROAD RAGE
March 24, 2004
Scan the web, read the rock rags, and the common consensus is that the current tour by thrash metal kings Metallica is a success.
Metallica frontman thrives on second wind
March 24, 2004
James Hetfield has a new philosophy. "Honesty is a priority now with me," says the Metallica guitarist and singer.